Safety tips every senior should observe.Whether you live or work with seniors or are a senior yourself, it is important to recognize that as we age, there are certain safety precautions precautions Infectious disease The constellation of activities intended to minimize exposure to an infectious agent; precautions imply that the isolation of an infected Pt is optional, but not mandatory. we need to observe. Listed below are some examples of important safety suggestions for seniors that can help enhance quality of life. At Home: Install high-quality locks & always use them! Dead bolts & double barrel Double Barrel is a popular reggae single by Dave and Ansell Collins. Written and produced by Winston Riley it was recorded in 1971 and became one of the early breakthrough ska hits internationally. locks are recommended. They are next to impossible to open without a key. Secure your doors! The ideal wooden door has a solid core. Door frames, on each side, should be solid at the level of the locks. Do not use chain-locks, they can be easily broken. Use timers an lights inside & outside your house! Timers are inexpensive & very effective crime prevention tools. They give your home that "lived in" look that deters scooters List of scooter models per manufacturer Aprilia
Keep emergency phone numbers close to all telephones! USE 911 in all emergencies, but know your Local Police, Fire and Ambulance phone numbers as well. Do not advertise your name! Do not put your name on door or gate. If you live alone, do not put your full name in phone registries. Use only your first initial. By advertising your name, it is very easy for thieves List of Thieves. Famous
Never open your door to a stranger without credentials CREDENTIALS, international law. The instruments which authorize and establish a public minister in his character with the state or prince to whom they are addressed. If the state or prince receive the minister, he can be received only in the quality attributed to him in his credentials. ! Install a wide-angle viewer on your door. Check for callers photo identification. If in doubt, call their organization or company to verify their legitimacy, Keep valuables in a safety deposit box at your bank! Do not leave large amounts of money or expensive/sentimental jewelry jewelry, personal adornments worn for ornament or utility, to show rank or wealth, or to follow superstitious custom or fashion. The most universal forms of jewelry are the necklace, bracelet, ring, pin, and earring. in your home. These are favorite targets of burglars because they are easy to carry & hard to trace. Mark your belongings belongings Noun, pl the things that a person owns or has with him or her Noun 1. belongings - something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone; "that hat is my property"; "he is a man of ! Ask your local Police Department about Operation Identification. Be sure to engrave en·grave tr.v. en·graved, en·grav·ing, en·graves 1. To carve, cut, or etch into a material: engraved the champion's name on the trophy. 2. numbers or other distinguishing features on all valuables. Take photos if possible. On the Street: Walk only in well lit areas! Try to avoid dark places. Use streets that have house lights and street lights. Walk in the center of the sidewalk A Microsoft service that was launched in 1997 to provide online arts and entertainment guides on the Web for major cities worldwide. In 1999, Microsoft sold Sidewalk to Ticketmaster, which continued to provide guides, ticketing and other information to the MSN network. , away from alleys, shrubs and doorways. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid areas that increase your chances of assault. Do not burden yourself! Avoid carrying heavy packages and bulky bulk·y adj. bulk·i·er, bulk·i·est 1. Having considerable bulk; massive. 2. Of large size for its weight: a bulky knit. 3. Clumsy to manage; unwieldy. purses, Keep your keys in an easily assessable location, Never display large sums of money! This provides an open invitation for thieves. Keep your money hidden. Pay with small bills. Call the Police and report problem areas! It suspect you are being followed while walking outside, cross the street, go to the nearest home or service station and call the Police. They are here to help you! In Your Vehicle: Remember to keep your vehicle locked at all times. Always lock your car after entering and whenever you are leaving it. Be cautious of any stranger approaching your vehicle. If you suspect you are in danger, honk your horn repeatedly. This will attract the attention of bystanders which may be able to offer assistance. Always look inside your car before entering it. Use this precaution to make sure nobody is hiding in your car. Always make sure the interior light of your car is in working order. If you are having car trouble, wait for assistance. Place the "CALL POLICE" sign (available from most Police Departments) in the front window of your car. Do not raise your hood ... this blocks your field of vision. Wait for someone to stop, do not get out of your vehicle and keep your doors locked. Should someone offer to help, ask them to call a service truck for you Information for this article was provided by the LAPD 1. LAPD - Link Access Procedure on the D channel. 2. LAPD - Los Angeles Police Department. . |
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